Bokbunja-ju

Bokbunja-ju is a Korean drink, commonly referred to as fruit wine, made from bokbunja fruit (Rubus coreanus)—black raspberry native to Korea, Japan, and China. Traditional versions, which are usually homemade, come in the form of a liqueur made by steeping the berries and sugar in a neutral spirit, typically shōchū.

Contemporary varieties are usually factory produced and made by fermenting the fruit and yeast. The base is then filtered and usually bottled between 14% and 19% ABV. Bokbunja-ju is a dark red drink with fruity aromas and flavors. It is not cloyingly sweet and has a dry finish.

In Korean folklore, it holds a reputation for its alleged aphrodisiac and health beneficial effects. Bokbunja-ju is often paired with seafood.